53 electrical commissioning engineer jobs found

High Voltage (HV) Specialist / HV Commissioning Engineer Project: Bristol Arena Project Location: Bristol, UK Contract Type: Contract Role Overview Responsible for supporting the installation, testing, commissioning, energisation and operation of High Voltage electrical systems. The role will work alongside the project team, DNO/utility providers and specialist contractors to ensure all HV works are completed safely and in accordance with UK regulations and project requirements. Typical Duties * HV cable installation, jointing, termination and testing. * Support metering and substation interface works. * Carry out or supervise HV switching and energisation activities. * Relay protection testing, calibration and commissioning. * Prepare and review switching schedules and RAMS. * Coordinate with DNOs, utility providers and client representatives. * Ensure compliance with UK electrical and safety regulations. * Provide technical support during commissioning...

LV Energisation / Commissioning Engineer Brief Project: Bristol Arena Project Location: Bristol, UK Contract Type: Contract Role Overview Responsible for the safe energisation, testing, commissioning and handover of low voltage electrical systems including LV switchboards, sub-main distribution boards, final distribution boards and associated electrical infrastructure. The successful candidate will ensure all systems are tested, commissioned and energised in accordance with project procedures, manufacturer requirements and UK regulations. Typical Duties * Inspect, test and verify LV electrical installations prior to energisation. * Support the energisation and commissioning of LV switchboards and distribution systems. * Carry out dead testing and live testing activities where authorised. * Complete commissioning documentation and test certification. * Prepare switching schedules, isolation procedures and commissioning records. * Coordinate with project...

Electrical Permit Issuer 📍 Deeside 📅 6 Months+ 💰 Competitive Day Rate We are currently looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Permit Issuer to support delivery on a major industrial construction project in Deeside. This is a long-term freelance opportunity working within a large commissioning and electrical delivery team on a high-value, technically complex development. The role will focus on electrical safety procedures, permit control and ensuring all required documentation, testing and QA processes are completed correctly prior to works and energisation activities taking place. Key Responsibilities * Reviewing and issuing permits for electrical works activities * Checking RAMS, isolation procedures and safe systems of work * Verifying completion documentation for panels, cabling and associated electrical installations * Reviewing dead testing and electrical QA documentation prior to energisation * Coordinating closely with commissioning teams, electrical...

Senior Electrical Project Engineer £75 per hour Remote working with occasional site visits (Scotland) Immediate start available Are you an Electrical Project Engineer with at least 10 years experience in Grid Transmission and renewable power projects? If so, please read on... Role Summary: Lead the engineering delivery of renewable energy projects from concept to commissioning across HV/MV/LV systems. Ensure designs are compliant, buildable, and cost-effective while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and supporting project execution. Key Skills & Responsibilities Required: 10+ years in Electrical Project Engineering (renewables preferred) Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering Experience working with UK grid operators (DNO/TNO) Proven track record delivering infrastructure or energy projects End-to-end engineering ownership (design → construction → commissioning → handover) Strong knowledge of HV/MV/LV systems, including grid connections (DNO/TNO...

M&E Engineer - Infrastructure Project Freelance CIS Contract Suffolk, East Anglia Up to £425/day CIS We are currently seeking an experienced M&E Engineer to join a major infrastructure project based in Suffolk, East Anglia. This is a fantastic opportunity for an M&E Engineer with experience in infrastructure, civil engineering, utilities, highways, rail, or major construction projects to join a long-term project delivery team on a freelance CIS basis. The Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating Mechanical & Electrical works across site, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee Mechanical & Electrical installation works on site * Coordinate subcontractors and specialist trades * Ensure works are delivered to specification and quality standards * Monitor health & safety compliance across M&E activities * Review drawings, technical...

Blue Water Recruitment are currently looking for a Commissioning Engineer in Ince, Chester. Key Responsibilites - ✔ Lead commissioning activities by conducting thorough inspections, tests, and verifications of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other building projects. ✔ Review design documentation and construction drawings to ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and codes. ✔ Identify and resolve any issues, deficiencies, or deviations during the commissioning process, working closely with construction and design teams. Knowledge and Experience - ✔ Proven experience in commissioning, construction, or a related field within the construction agency. ✔ Strong understanding of building sysems, codes, standards and regualtions. ✔ Flexibility to adapt to changing project demands an travel to project sites as required. Technical / Professional Qualifications - ✔ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrcal, or Civil Engineering or a related field. ✔...

Commissioning Engineer - Water & Wastewater Surrey & London (with site travel as required) 45 hours per week Overview We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join a major main contractor delivering complex water and wastewater process engineering projects. This role is critical to ensuring safe, compliant, and right‑first‑time installation, testing, and commissioning from design through to handover. You will play a leading role across the full commissioning lifecycle, working closely with design teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and client stakeholders to deliver high‑quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities Commissioning & Technical Delivery Provide full lifecycle commissioning input from design through installation, testing, commissioning, and handover. Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and documentation. Undertake hands‑on commissioning activities across electrical, mechanical, and process systems. Lead and witness FAT and...

Commissioning Engineer - Water & Wastewater London (with site travel as required) 45 hours per week Overview We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to join a major main contractor delivering complex water and wastewater process engineering projects. This role is critical to ensuring safe, compliant, and right‑first‑time installation, testing, and commissioning from design through to handover. You will play a leading role across the full commissioning lifecycle, working closely with design teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and client stakeholders to deliver high‑quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities Commissioning & Technical Delivery Provide full lifecycle commissioning input from design through installation, testing, commissioning, and handover. Develop and implement commissioning plans, procedures, and documentation. Undertake hands‑on commissioning activities across electrical, mechanical, and process systems. Lead and witness FAT and SAT...

BMS Commissioning Engineer - London My client is an established Building Controls and Integration specialist who are currently looking to take on a BMS Commissioning Engineer to work on a number of projects in London. Role You would be responsible for commissioning and handing over a large BMS project and carry out and document all tasks associated with pre commissioning/ commissioning of a building management system. It is essential that the successful applicant has previous commissioning experience working on either Trend, Tridium, Struxureware or Siemens based Building Management Systems. Key Skills Qualified in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (HNC/ONC, equivalent or higher) Knowledge of the commissioning of building management systems A good understanding of HVAC applications of controls Fluent with building management systems enabling the writing and commissioning of controller/network software. Adaptable approach to workYou will be hardworking and committed to...

Freelance Mechanical Engineer Location: North East (Secure Environment Project) Rate: £350–£450 per shift (DOE) Contract: Freelance / Contract Start: ASAP – December 2026 We are recruiting for a Freelance Mechanical Engineer to support delivery on a major secure government infrastructure project in the North East. Working as part of the site delivery team, you will take ownership of mechanical engineering coordination and execution across a complex live construction environment, ensuring programme, quality and compliance requirements are achieved. This role would suit someone with a strong building services / MEP background who is comfortable operating on fast-paced contractor-led projects. RESPONSIBILITIES • Manage and coordinate mechanical installation activities on site • Review and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications and technical submissions • Oversee subcontractor performance and progress • Carry out inspections and ensure quality standards are maintained •...

Electrical Project Engineer – HV / Substation – Sheffield We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Project Engineer to support a major HV substation project based in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a complex industrial power network upgrade, ensuring designs are delivered and installed correctly on site. The Role * Reviewing electrical designs and ensuring correct installation on site * Overseeing HV works (substation build environment) * Working closely with subcontractors and site teams * Supporting QA/QC and commissioning phases Experience Required * Electrical Project Engineer background * Strong HV / substation experience * Experience reviewing drawings and installation works * Industrial or heavy engineering project experience preferred Apply Now If you are an experienced Electrical Project Engineer with HV experience, please apply or contact us directly for more details

Instrumentation Commissioning Engineer 📍 South Wales 💷 £40–£50 per hour 🕒 7:00am – 7:00pm | Monday – Saturday We are currently recruiting for an experienced Instrumentation Commissioning Engineer to join a major industrial project based in South Wales. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term work with excellent rates and consistent hours on a high-profile project. The Role: * Commissioning and testing of instrumentation systems * Loop checking, calibration, and fault finding * Supporting plant start-up and commissioning activities * Working closely with electrical and control teams * Ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently Requirements: * Previous commissioning experience within industrial/process environments * Strong instrumentation background * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics * ECS/CSCS card preferred * Relevant qualifications advantageous Hours & Benefits: * 7:00am – 7:00pm...

Process Engineer - Chemical A challenging opportunity has arisen at Glascoed for a Process Engineer working within a multi-disciplined team involved in the design, manufacture and support of new products. The role is responsible for the development of manufacturing processes from concept through to commissioning and qualification. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a proven capability in developing manufacturing processes including system integration. The successful applicant will be the first point of contact for process queries within the team. Typical duties include (but are not limited to): • Develop new manufacturing processes, in line with Engineering Plans and Budgets. Technical solutions and processes must be robust, timely, cost-effective and meet Customer expectations. •Ensure that manufacturing processes comply with industry standard controls that ensure long term process stability, including: Lean Principles, Process Control Plans, PFMEAs plus...

Overview Location: Staffordshire based Working Pattern: Hybrid Sector: Special Purpose Machinery / Highly Regulated Engineering We are seeking an experienced Principal EC&I Engineer to take technical ownership of complex special purpose machinery projects. This is a senior, hands‑off leadership role suited to someone comfortable operating with autonomy, managing projects from concept through to manufacture, commissioning and handover. While nuclear or highly regulated industry experience is desirable, we are equally open to senior EC&I professionals from a special purpose machinery background who understand high‑integrity systems, safety‑critical design and regulated delivery environments. Key Responsibilities Full technical ownership of EC&I work packages for complex machinery systems Translate design input requirements into compliant, buildable engineering solutions Lead and mentor EC&I engineers and designers across project lifecycles Deliver projects to...

Job Title: CE&I Responsible Engineer Work Pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week Hours: 40 hours per week Security Clearance: Minimum BPSS required; must be capable of achieving SC Project: Major Infrastructure Upgrades on a Nuclear Decommissioning Site Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Control, Electrical & Instrumentation (CE&I) Responsible Engineer to support a long‑term, multi‑billion‑pound infrastructure delivery partnership within the nuclear sector. This is a senior technical leadership role, responsible for managing CE&I design and engineering activities across a diverse utilities programme on a nuclear licensed site. You will act as the technical authority for CE&I design, ensuring all solutions are safe, compliant, sustainable and delivered to programme and budget, while meeting the stringent regulatory requirements of a nuclear environment. Project Background This long‑term infrastructure partnership will deliver critical utilities...

Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer Working Location: Manchester Contract Type: Contract (June Start) Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering design team within the oil & gas industry. The successful candidate will lead mechanical engineering activities across conceptual, FEED, detailed engineering, and project execution phases for upstream, midstream, and downstream facilities. This role requires strong technical leadership, project coordination skills, and experience delivering high-quality engineering solutions in compliance with industry standards and client requirements. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage mechanical engineering activities for oil & gas design projects from concept through execution. - Provide technical leadership and oversight to a multidisciplinary engineering team. - Develop and review mechanical engineering deliverables including: - Equipment specifications...

Hybrid Work Pattern Working Pattern: 2–3 days per week in the office (Manchester) or site, remainder remote The Opportunity Our client, a leading organisation within the UK nuclear sector, is seeking an experienced EICA (Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation) Responsible Engineer to support delivery of a major infrastructure programme at a key nuclear decommissioning site. This role sits within a long-term, multi-billion-pound infrastructure partnership, delivering critical upgrades and enhancements to site-wide utilities. Project Overview The programme focuses on refurbishment, replacement, and new installation of essential utilities infrastructure, including: * Steam (LP & HP) * Water systems (raw, domestic, demineralised, treatment) * Compressed air * Bulk chemical storage and distribution * Sewage treatment facilities Works span full lifecycle delivery - from design through to commissioning - across both on-site and off-site...

HV Design Engineer Bristol £62-68 an hour 12 Month Initial Contract Essential Skillset: Design HV and LV electrical systems for solar projects Produce and review Single Line Diagrams Manage grid connection applications and liaise directly with DNOs Strong understanding of Grid Code requirements including G99 and G100 Specify primary plant including transformers, switchgear, protection systems, inverters, and metering Support protection design and relay settings in line with DNO requirements Review and respond to DNO technical queries and connection offers Provide technical support through procurement, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and energisation Ensure compliance with BS, IEC, ENA standards and project-specific requirements Support design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering exercises Experience with grid modelling tools such as ETAP or similar Strong experience within solar PV, renewables, or power generation sector Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (or...

HV Design Engineer Manchester £65-68 an hour 12 Month Initial Contract Essential Skillset: Design HV and LV electrical systems for solar projects Produce and review Single Line Diagrams Manage grid connection applications and liaise directly with DNOs Strong understanding of Grid Code requirements including G99 and G100 Specify primary plant including transformers, switchgear, protection systems, inverters, and metering Support protection design and relay settings in line with DNO requirements Review and respond to DNO technical queries and connection offers Provide technical support through procurement, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and energisation Ensure compliance with BS, IEC, ENA standards and project-specific requirements Support design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering exercises Experience with grid modelling tools such as ETAP or similar Strong experience within solar PV, renewables, or power generation sector Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (or...

Project Engineer for Commissioning Certain Advantage is hiring for a Project Engineer based in West Kilbride. This role is on a contract basis and is office-based. The Company We’re working with a UK nuclear company responsible for safely decommissioning and restoring former nuclear power and research sites across the UK. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Project Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-orientated and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Physical testing on the plant Production of maintenance and Plant Operating instructions Requirement to raise faults and resolutions and fault observations Production of site documentation Risk assessments Design change process and implementationThe Individual We’re looking for people who can show: Commissioning background...